Archivist Nebraska Jewish Historical Society

Help us preserve the rich history of the Jewish Federation of Omaha! We’re looking for a detail-loving professional to organize documents, photos, and artifacts that capture the heart of our community. If you enjoy uncovering hidden gems, keeping things beautifully organized, and bringing history to life, this role is for you.

Join us in honoring our past while supporting our future.

The Archivist is responsible for the management, preservation, and accessibility of the NJHS collections and archives by conservation, cataloging, digitizing, and exhibition planning, to ensure the integrity and value of the history of the Jewish family heritage, including business and social histories of the Jewish Communities of Nebraska and Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Primary Purpose of Job:

Archival Management & Preservation

· Collect, evaluate, and preserve physical and digital materials of historical value.

· Develop and implement archival policies, procedures, and retention schedules.

· Organize, catalog, and maintain archival collections using appropriate metadata standards.

· Ensure proper storage conditions for materials, including environmental controls and preservation techniques.

· Digitize materials and manage digital asset systems to ensure long-term accessibility.

Records Management

· Collaborate with departments to ensure proper transfer, storage, and archiving of records.

· Provide guidance on retention schedules and best practices for records management.

· Review incoming materials for long-term preservation, relevance, and compliance.

Access, Research & Support

· Assist staff, researchers, and community members in accessing archival materials.

· Respond to internal and external research requests in a timely and professional manner.

· Prepare materials for exhibits, presentations, publications, and organizational storytelling.

· Manage archival reference requests and maintain tracking systems for material usage.

Digital Asset & Database Administration

· Maintain archival databases and digital cataloging systems.

· Oversee digitization workflows, file organization, metadata creation, and file access permissions.

· Ensure digital preservation standards—including backup, migration, and security—are upheld.

Community Engagement & Storytelling

· Support organizational initiatives by providing historical content for programs, marketing, and development.

· Assist with educational programming, tours, or presentations related to the organization's history.

· Identify opportunities to highlight archival materials for community engagement.

Operational & Administrative Duties

· Maintain documentation of archival procedures, inventory records, and metadata standards.

· Develop and implement project plans for large-scale digitization or preservation initiatives.

· Oversee archival supplies and budget needs.

· Reliable and predictable attendance.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in history, Art History, or Museum Studies preferred.

· Two to four years of professional archival, records management, museum, or library experience preferred.

Other Requirements

This position may require some time out of the office, limited travel, and active participation in programs that occur outside of a traditional work schedule.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally = 0% - 33% of the workday

Frequently = 34% - 66% of the workday

Constantly = 67% - 100% of the workday

· Must be able to remain in a stationary position working on a computer in an office environment.

· operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.

· The person in this position needs to move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

· The person in this position communicates with others. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

· The person in the position needs to be able to position self to pick up/put down items.

· The person in this position will need to travel throughout campus.

· The person in this position will need to ascend/descend stairs, traverse ramps, and/or uneven surfaces.

· Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

The Jewish Federation of Omaha strives to create and maintain a caring, inclusive, and united community rooted in Jewish values and traditions. We embrace and value differences and employ personnel without regard to actual or perceived sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnicity, religious background or beliefs, descent or nationality, disability (including physical, intellectual or mental disability), genetic information, pregnancy status, leave status, marital status, socio-economic status, neurodiversity, veteran status, citizenship status, age, height, weight, and/or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local law. The Jewish Federation of Omaha welcomes, respects, and values all people. Our culture is a dedicated space that includes diversity of thought, inclusiveness of everyone, and a feeling of belonging.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $35